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12 dead in India's Poonch and Rajouri after flash floods, landslides

At least 12 people have died in India's Poonch and Rajouri districts after flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rain. The disaster adds to a growing toll from seasonal flooding across the region.

A grey mountain valley under overcast, rainy skies
A grey mountain valley under overcast, rainy skiesPhoto: Balaji Srinivasan / Pexels
Economic Times19 h ago

At least 12 people have died in the Poonch and Rajouri districts of India's Jammu and Kashmir region after flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rainfall. Authorities said rescue operations remain under way.

The mountainous districts face frequent landslide risk during the monsoon season. Heavy rain has blocked roads, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach some affected villages.

Local officials said efforts are under way to deliver aid to affected families and repair damaged infrastructure. Weather agencies have warned that further rainfall is likely in the region over the coming days.

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